Evolving Strategic Realities: Implications for U.S. Policymakers

Abstract

Abstract : The seminars which were the genesis of this volume were designed to identify and address some of the evolving issues which appear to have significant implications for the security of the United States. This volume contains the papers on which we based our seminar deliberations and a summary of our discussions of the issues. Topics covered include: New Dimensions of Soviet Foreign Policy; Managing US-China Relations; The Global Impact of Energy on US Security Interests and Commitments; The Growing Importance of Economics--Can the United States manage this phenomenon? Changing Military Manpower Realities--Implications for the next decade; The Citizen Soldier and National Service; Perceptions of American Power; and Implications for US Policymakers.